Tag Archives: dumbeg
Reflecting on a 2023 Musical Journey
As the curtains draw on 2023, I find myself humbled and grateful for the musical journey this year has unfolded. It’s been a year filled with melodies, challenges, and milestones, and I’m excited to share some of the highlights from … Continue reading
Posted in Armenian, detroit, Middle Eastern music, music, Reflections, world music
Tagged 2023, 2024, Armenian, art, Clarinet, detroit, dumbeg, kanun, michigan, music, oud, Refections
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The Next Generation of Armenian Musicians
A topic of continued discussion has always surrounded the “next generation” when it pertains to industry or when discussing the future of just about anything. Music is no stranger to this conversation as a matter of fact, it is imperative … Continue reading
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Tagged Armenian, Clarinet, dumbeg, generations, oud, tradition
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Roger Krikorian and his legacy
It seems like yesterday that ‘one of our own’ passed away. I am speaking of Roger Krikorian who was a world-class Armenian dumbeg musician from the New England (Boston, MA) area. He died in 2007. I still remember where I was … Continue reading
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Tagged Arabic, Armenian, Armenian Weekly, Buddy Sarkissian, CD, church, dance, dumbeg, Gary Alexanian, Greek, Hachig Kazarian, John Berberian, Massachusetts, music, musician, New England, Onnik DInkjian, Richard Hagopian, Roger Krikorian, Singing, St Johns, St. Sarkis
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Kef Time Keghi II – Ouds, Dumbegs, Clarinets, oh, my!
This past weekend at St. Johns Armenian Church, I had the privilege of sharing the stage with over twenty Armenian musicians, most of them from the Detroit area. Organized by the Nor Keghi Association in Detroit, Kef Time Keghi II … Continue reading
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